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high protein turkey meatballs in marinara sauce skillet

High protein turkey meatballs in marinara sauce skillet: A Healthy Delight You’ll Love!

  • Author: cylia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking and Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A delicious and healthy recipe for high protein turkey meatballs cooked in a flavorful marinara sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs.
  4. Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. In a skillet, heat marinara sauce over medium heat.
  6. Add the baked meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped onions or bell peppers to the marinara sauce.
  • These meatballs can be frozen for later use.
  • Serve with whole grain pasta or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg